AUSTRALIAN TURF CLUB LAUNCHES THE MANOR BY CHINA DOLL OFFERING NEW WORLD-CLASS HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCE ON EVEREST DAY
September 2, 2022
The Australian Turf Club (ATC) is delighted to announce an exclusive new partnership with Sydney’s iconic restaurant China Doll for the upcoming Sydney Everest Carnival. Guests attending The Manor by China Doll will enjoy stylish trackside hospitality set against the backdrop of the world’s richest turf race, the $15 million The TAB Everest at Royal Randwick on Saturday 15 October.
Following record sales of Everest Day hospitality, the Australian Turf Club and China Doll have curated this prestigious new experience to meet the unprecedented demand for Sydney Everest Carnival’s feature day. Award-winning Executive Head Chef Frank Shek will introduce China’s Doll’s most iconic Asian-infused flavours and creations on Sydney’s biggest day of racing including Australian Wagyu, premium sustainable seafood, fan favourite food fare from the renowned Woolloomooloo Wharf restaurant, and exclusively designed delicacies.
Guests will also enjoy premium beverages including Moët and Chandon, the official champagne partner of the ATC. The Manor by China Doll will be enviably located within The Estate, Royal Randwick’s best-in-class hospitality precinct with exclusive grounds adjacent to Royal Randwick’s famous Members’ Lawn offering uninterrupted
trackside views.
China Doll Executive Head Chef Frank Shek said: “China Doll is honoured to participate in what is one of the most prominent and prestigious events on the global racing and social calendar. We look forward to bringing the experience of dining at our restaurant from wharf side to trackside at Royal Randwick!”
ATC Executive General Manager Commercial Melinda Madigan said: “We are thrilled by the growing demand for hospitality across this Sydney Everest Carnival, and particularly on Everest Day where we are experiencing the highest number of bookings on record, and with still over six weeks to go. “The new The Manor by China Doll on Australia’s fastest growing raceday promises to be a celebration of world-class style, entertainment and dining, with a mouthwatering all-day Modern Asian Cuisine grazing menu at arguably the best location on course.”
With Everest Day hospitality selling in record time this year, the ATC is also pleased to announce the release of new Everest Day hospitality experiences including The Botanic presented by Chandon Garden Spritz, a vibrant spring garden party overlooking Royal Randwick’s famous Theatre of the Horse and the trackside Chalets, primely located on the Leger Lawn at the 200m mark on the home straight.
For more information on the Sydney Everest Carnival and to book hospitality click here.
Photo credit: Sam Ruttyn, Daily Telegraph
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NOTE TO EDITORS:
2022 Sydney Everest Carnival Dates:
Saturday 17 September – Fujitsu General George Main Stakes Day, Royal Randwick
Saturday 24 September – Chandon Golden Rose Day, Rosehill Gardens
Saturday 1 October – TAB Epsom Day, Royal Randwick (October long weekend)
Saturday 8 October – Silver Eagle Day, Royal Randwick
Saturday 15 October – Everest Day, Royal Randwick
Saturday 22 October – Moët & Chandon Spring Champion Stakes Day, Royal Randwick
Saturday 29 October – Golden Eagle Day, Rosehill Gardens
Tuesday 1 November – The Big Dance on Cup Day Royal Randwick
Saturday 5 November – Five Diamonds Ladies Day, Rosehill Gardens
NSW Racing and Sydney Everest Carnival Economic contribution:
– Racing across NSW contributes $3.5 billion to the NSW economy, supports 27,600 jobs and contributes $250 million in taxes to NSW Government
each year.
– Sydney Everest Carnival is expected to generate $100 million^ in NSW economic benefit across accommodation, retail, hospitality, fashion,
grooming, food, and beverage and supports more than 2,000 full and part-time jobs.
– Sydney Everest Carnival is anticipated to be watched by over 9.5 million viewers across Australia and in over 66 countries internationally via the
Carnival’s broadcast partners Channel 7 and Sky Racing platforms.